Chicago Blackhawks forward Connor Bedard finally gets his deserved recognition in statement by the NHL

After two impressive seasons as a teenager, Bedard's offensive numbers speak for themselves. He led the Blackhawks in scoring during his two seasons, scoring 128 points in 150 games.

However, the gaps in his defensive game have drawn criticism. Last season, Bedard had a minus-36 goal differential, highlighting some of the ongoing struggles in his own zone.

Despite those critics, NHL.com finally showed him some well-deserved recognition, by ranking him sixth in the top 10 forwards under 25 years old.

Ahead of him were Tim Stützle, Jack Hughes, Matt Boldy, Wyatt Johnston, and Cole Caufield, with Macklin Celebrini, Matthew Knies, Seth Jarvis, and Matvei Michkov completing the top 10.

Tim Stützle, 23, had a 90-point season two years ago and recently helped the Senators return to the playoffs.

Jack Hughes, despite battling injuries, has four straight point-per-game seasons and a 99-point campaign under his belt.

Matt Boldy has scored at least 27 goals in three full seasons and is expected to produce even more next season.

Wyatt Johnston already has two 30-goal seasons at just 22 years old.

Cole Caufield is coming off a 37-goal, 70-point season, his best yet.

Bedard turned 20 yesterday and remains one of the youngest players on the list.

With new talent around him, Bedard ended last season with 15 points in his final 15 games, a sign of what's to come in Chicago.

Bedard will be under a lot of pressure next season, but experts are optimistic that he'll have a strong season as the Blackhawks begin to turn the corner.